Action Against Hunger USA WASH Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
Summary of Position
The WASH officer shall take charge of technical aspects of Emergency WASH and Community based water supply system and Hygiene promotion on behalf of the program under the supervision of the Field Coordinator. His/her main roles and in consultation with the WASH HOD and the county government technical teams shall include: Designing, planning, implementation, (technical oversights), monitoring and evaluation of high quality, innovative WASH projects.
Purpose:
The WASH officer shall be responsible for the daily implementation, monitoring, and regular consultation with program partners on WASH program components. Ensure linkage, synergies and complementarity with other sectorial interventions, i.e. Nutrition, Food security and livelihood as well as proper coordination, consultation and information sharing with partner’s communities and other stakeholders.
Engagement:
Represent Action Against Hunger in all coordination forums at county and sub county level, collaborate with other implementing partners, INGO, UN bodies and the local communities to ensure successful implementation and smooth running of the projects
Required Qualifications and Professional Experience
Degree/Diploma or technical training in civil/water engineering.
Experience from both private and INGO sectors is an advantage.
Knowledge of main donor requirements including UNICEF, ECHO, EU,OFDA/USAID donors
Required Skills & Competencies
3 years’ experience in a similar position.
Previous experience in Arid and Semi-Arid lands of Kenya
Computer skills with excellence in Microsoft Excel and Word
Proven ability to work in a team and proven skills in capacity building and community development (including community participation)
Good level of spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Ability to work under minimal supervision and have impact on input on program indicators
Demonstrate capacity in constructively engaging local authorities and local partners.
Excellent organization, coordination, report writing skills
Strong and effective communication and presentation skills
Team player and Keen to details
Knowledge on GIS and AUTOCAD is desirable.
Understanding of main donor requirements including UNICEF, USAID-BHA, ECHO, EU, SIDA donors
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Action Against Hunger USA WASH Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
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